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charm

n.

1. the power of pleasing, attracting, or arousing interest in other people through one’s manner or other personal qualities.

2. an amulet often worn for its associative value to bring good luck or to protect from evil.

3. a magic spell, usually consisting of an incantation with associated ritual actions.

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anthropogenesis

n. the scientific study of the origins and development of humans. Also called anthropogeny. —anthropogenetic or anthropogenic adj.